The Diocesan policy for the Catholic Diocese of Spokane is that we require four months advance notice to allow sufficient time for preparation.  Parish registration and active membership are required.  

Marriage preparation includes a prenuptial investigation and interview as well as personality compatibility testing, the results of which comprise much of the rest of the marriage preparation period.

In addition, couples preparing for marriage are encouraged to attend an Engaged Encounter retreat, which takes place over a weekend and occurs several times throughout the year.

We look forward to celebrating this very special Sacrament with you.  Please contact the office for additional information.  Thank you.